Biography
Hahahaes is led by master percussionist Dende, a former member of the world famous Brazilian band Timbalada. Based in NYC the group performs a mixture of Brazilian and Cuban music as well as other influences in the African diaspora. Formed in 2002, Hahahaes is named after the Indian tribe Pataxó-Hãhãhães that once inhabited the city of Salvador in Bahia, Brazil. Lead by master Afro-Brazilian percussionist Dende, the beat is always central and is tempered by thought provoking lyrics and sweet melodies.
Instrumentation
Dendê: Band Leader, Percussion and Lead Vocals
Leslie: Percussion and vocals
Gustavo Dantas: guitar
Ze Grey: Bass
Adriano Santos: drumset
Ze Luis: Sax
Miho Nobuzane: keyboard
Jean-Marie Collatin: percussion
Discography
Links
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